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Biohacking Superhuman Performance is your new favourite podcast all about nutrition, biohacking, longevity, peptides and more! By your host Nathalie Niddam, a certified nutritionist, epigenetics coach and Human Potential coach.

Biohacking Superhuman Performance Nathalie Niddam

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Biohacking Superhuman Performance is your new favourite podcast all about nutrition, biohacking, longevity, peptides and more! By your host Nathalie Niddam, a certified nutritionist, epigenetics coach and Human Potential coach.

    Episode #220: The Ultimate Guide to Glutathione for Longevity with Dr. Nayan Patel

    Episode #220: The Ultimate Guide to Glutathione for Longevity with Dr. Nayan Patel

    Have you heard of glutathione and its role in fighting free radicals? Glutathione is your body’s own built-in detoxifying champion. 
     
    In this episode of Biohacking Superhuman Performance, Dr. Nayan Patel (the glutathione guy) and I discuss the details of glutathione, the most abundant molecule in the body. This molecule has amazing benefits for our healthspan and longevity when levels are healthy.
     
    We also dive into glutathione’s functions and even a few instances that may cause people to not produce glutathione as they need. This molecule is a major component in detoxing the body and preventing oxidative stress. 
     
    We also offer guidance on how to supplement glutathione and when or if you even need to supplement it and discuss Dr. Patel’s easy to read book about his discoveries of glutathione. 
     
    Dr. Nayan Patel is globally regarded as the foremost go-to expert on absorbable forms of glutathione, and holds the only patent on transdermal glutathione. In addition to many other topics such as cellular function and hormone replacement, Patel is a highly sought after global authority on the critical role in that glutathione, and all other antioxidants and endogenous molecules play in the body. Along with traveling the world educating practitioners on advanced biochemistry and anti-aging science, Dr. Patel also serves as adjunct faculty at the University Of Southern California School Of Pharmacy where he is also an alumnus.

    To buy Dr Patel’s transdermal glutathione spray go to http://Aurowellness.com/nat and use code NAT10 to save on your order. 



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    Find more from Nayan Patel: 
    Website: https://aurowellness.com/ 
    Dr. Patel’s Book: https://aurowellness.com/glutathione-revolution/ 
    Instagram: @aurowellness
     
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    What We Discuss: 
    (1:00) The Glutathione Guy! 
    (3:42) How glutathione works in the body
    (12:00) Precursors for glutathione
    (16:00) The research behind optimizing glutathione 
    (19:30) Stress and its impact on glutathione levels
    (21:00) Autism and glutathione levels 
    (27:00) Diabetes and glutathione 
    (34:00) Glutathione and longevity
    (40:30) Bioavailability & different ways to increase leves of glutathione 
    (50:00) Patel’s abdomen spray 
    (57:45) The aging skin benefits of glutathione 
    (1:09:00) Find more from Dr. Nayan Patel
     
    Key Takeaways:
     
    Glutathione is the most abundant molecule produced by humans. Because of this, It affects many many facets of health. Glutathione neutralizes free radicals. It soaks up the electrical charge, becomes oxidized itself, and then binds with another glutathione molecule to create a very stable molecule (GSSG molecule). It’s also a powerful conjugator. It binds to chemicals in the liver to make them water soluble so you can pee out the waste. Basically, glutathione neutralizes free radicals and gets rid of toxins in the body. Some people have conjugation issues, and their bodies cannot detox because the two glutathione molecules cannot come together. This is found in many kids with autism. 
    Even though glutathione is the most abundant molecule in the body, some precursors are needed. Glutamic

    • 1 hr 19 min
    Episode #219: How Peptides Can Transform Health: Insights from Dr. Suzanne Ferree's Practice

    Episode #219: How Peptides Can Transform Health: Insights from Dr. Suzanne Ferree's Practice

    If you’ve followed along whether on social or on this podcast, you know I talk about peptides and their benefits quite a lot. That’s why I’m so excited for today’s episode with Dr. Suzanne Ferree. 
     
    In this episode of Biohacking Superhuman Performance, Dr. Ferree and I dive into several different peptides, their benefits, and new research that is evolving. We discuss the blood brain barrier, it’s importance, and how to prevent it from becoming compromised. Some peptides, like BPC and TB4, may help mitigate damage from traumatic brain injury. Others, like VIP and GLP-1 agonists, can regulate circadian rhythm, improve gut health, and potentially benefit conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Join us as we discuss these peptides, and more! 
     
    Overall, this episode offers guidance on using peptides for various health issues, but also the importance of having healthy lifestyle habits before diving into peptide repair. Healthy lifestyle habits will support peptide efficacy, so it’s where everyone should start. 
     
    Dr. Suzanne Ferree uses bioidentical hormones, peptide therapy, neural therapy, and regenerative medicine to treat patients with endocrine, mitochondrial, infectious, autoimmune, and neurodegenerative diseases. Her thriving practice treats executives and athletes from around the world as well as patients with chronic or unusual diseases.
    Her new book, Counterclockwise comes out March 4th, 2024.
     
    Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible:
     
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    Find more from Suzanne: 
    Website: https://vinemedical.com/ 
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1RFVKncx0pSqHfiTekv77A 
    Instagram: @drsferree
    Book Release: Counterclockwise March 4th, 2024.
    FREE first chapter VineMedical.com/counterclockwise  



    Find more from Nathalie:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ
    Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/
    Website: NatNiddam.com
    Join Nat’s Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community
     
    Work with Nat: Book Your 20 Minute Optimization Consult: https://calendly.com/nniddam/intro-call?month=2021-08
     
    What We Discuss: 
    (1:00) Educated consumers
    (3:15) The Blood Brain Barrier & TBIs
    (11:30) Restoring the Integrity of the BBB
    (14:00) VIP (vaso intestinal peptide)
    (17:30) The best use of GLP-1 
    (25:30) How to find if your mitochondria are healthy
    (30:00) Clearing up the confusion around the 3 mitochondrial peptides
    (35:00) The research behind CB4211 & fatty liver disease
    (39:00) Correcting genetic variants 
    (42:00) Cerebral lysine & cognitive issues 
    (46:30) Dihexa and challenging your brain
    (52:00) Improving your day to day outside of peptides
    (57:00) Reducing toxin load with Ibu
    (1:00:00)Where to find more from Dr. Suzanne Ferree
     
    Key Takeaways:
     
    The blood-brain barrier (BBB) is crucial for brain health and can be compromised by various factors like toxins, traumatic brain injury, and inflammation. Protecting and repairing the BBB is essential for optimal cognitive function.
    Several peptides can be used to support brain health in different ways. Some, like BPC and TB4, may help mitigate damage from traumatic brain injury. Others, like VIP and GLP-1 agonists, can regulate circadian rhythm, improve gut health, and potentially benefit conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. However, it's important to use these peptides under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional and consider individual factors like existing medical conditions.
    A holistic approach to brain health is c

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    Answering Your Questions: The Basics and Benefits of BPC-157

    Answering Your Questions: The Basics and Benefits of BPC-157

    If you’ve been around here long, you’ve heard of BPC-157. This powerful peptide has drummed up many questions, and today’s episode dives into the answers! 
     
    In this bonus episode of Biohacking Superhuman Performance, I discuss BPC157 - the multipurpose peptide. BPC-157 has benefits for gut health, tissue regeneration, and a balanced immune and inflammatory response as well as supporting a myriad of other body systems. I dive into the basics of the peptide, where to get it, how to take it, as well as what animal and human research has shown for this popular supplement. 
     
    Overall, this episode gives guidance on the healing properties of BPC-157 and who it’s best for. 
     
    To learn more about peptides, and where to get them, check out my “Nat Recommends” page on my website. It has all things peptides! https://www.natniddam.com/nat-recommends-peptides 



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    Website: NatNiddam.com
    Join Nat’s Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community
     
    Work with Nat: Book Your 20 Minute Optimization Consult: https://calendly.com/nniddam/intro-call?month=2021-08
     
    What We Discuss: 
    (2:14) The Basics of BPC157
    (4:11) The popularity and applications of BPC157
    (11:09) Scenarios to use BPC157 
    (14:24) Wound healing
    (17:00) pain relief
    (19:20) BPC157 is neuroprotective
    (21:30) Who benefits the most?
    (24:24) Available forms of BPC157 
    (37:00) Got more questions? 



    Key Takeaways:
    BPC157 is shown in research to have huge healing implications on the GI tract. It originates in the GI tract. It’s a compound that can help repair any damage done to the lining of the digestive system, from wounds in the mouth to ulcers in the stomach. It’s been used in research to try and heal diseases like Chrons. 
    It also can repair skeletal muscles, joints, tendons, and ligaments. Tendons and ligaments get really poor blood supply, so it’s very hard to heal that area. BPC157 drives angiogenesis. It can drive new blood vessels to the area to help heal the injury. 
    BPC157 can be used as an injectable or taken orally. When taken orally, it does wonders for gut health. It can help other issues when taken orally, but it’s not as potent as an injectable.
     

    • 38 min
    Episode #217: Navigating Bone Health To Prevent Early Osteoporosis with Kevin Ellis

    Episode #217: Navigating Bone Health To Prevent Early Osteoporosis with Kevin Ellis

    Osteoporosis is often a condition reserved for older people, specifically women. But did you know that it affects young people as well as men? Protecting bone health can start at a young age if we continue to discuss the importance of it as Kevin Ellis and I do in this episode of Biohacking Superhuman Performance. 
     
    In this conversation with guest Kevin Ellis, the Bone Coach, we explore the world of bone health and bone disease. Osteoporosis is affecting more and more people at younger ages due to the sedentary lives with low-nutrient diets that society leads. 
     
    We dive into the standard recommendations that follow an osteoporosis diagnosis, as well as the medications, side effects, and long-term results of these procedures. Most medications require even more follow-up medications, so knowing what you’re getting into is important when selecting the route you want to take. Natural bone restoration is an option for those who don’t want to blindly follow the medication route. 
     
    Overall, this conversation offers guidance on exercise, nutrition, and gut health procedures for building and maintaining quality bone tissue for longevity. 
     
    Kevin Ellis is an Integrative Nutrition Certified Health Coach, osteoporosis "thriver," and founder of BoneCoach™. He has made it his mission to help over a million people around the globe address bone loss, build bone strength, stop fearing fractures, and lead active lives. He's most famous for helping people with osteopenia and osteoporosis gain clarity and confidence that improvement is possible.
     
    Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible:
     
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    Find more from Kevin Ellis
    Website: https://bonecoach.com/ 
    Podcast: The Bone Coach Podcast 
    Instagram: @bonecoachkevin
    Stronger Bones Masterclass: https://bonecoach.com/stronger-bones-masterclass 
     
    Find more from Nathalie:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ
    Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/
    Website: NatNiddam.com
    Join Nat’s Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community
     
    Work with Nat: Book Your 20 Minute Optimization Consult: https://calendly.com/nniddam/intro-call?month=2021-08
     
    What We Discuss: 
    (0:50) The start of Bone Coach
    (2:20) Osteoporosis isn’t just in old people or women
    (3:20) How PPIs play into long-term issues
    (5:33) The difference between osteoporosis and osteopenia. 
    (9:20) Dairy isn’t the only solution for bone health. 
    (12:20) The issues with the standard treatment recommendation for an osteoporosis diagnosis. 
    (15:00) Quality bone is just as important as bone density
    (18:50) Important nutrients for your skeleton
    (20:15) What you have to know before taking medication 
    (26:25) A natural approach to healing bone loss
    (46:44) The Bone Coach Program 
    (48:17) Stress, sleep, and bone health
    (50:00) You need K2! Not just magnesium, calcium, and D3. 
    (52:30) Find more from Bone Coach



    Key Takeaways:
     
    Decade-long use of PPIs is highly damaging. It reduces stomach acid, but you need stomach acid to break down food in order to absorb important nutrients like amino acids, B12, and more. If PPIs are taken at all, it should be for just a short while. 
    Osteoporosis means porous bones. It’s not enough bone formation or excessive bone loss. Bone quality and density are reduced. Osteopenia is a precursor to osteoporosis - it just means low bone mass. Most people aren’t getting scanned until later in life, or towards menopause. Peak bone mass happens near 30 years old. Getting a bone density scan around that time frame can help you monitor changes over time. 
    A sedentary li

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    Episode #216: The 4 Most Basic (Yet Overlooked) Things You Can Do to Improve Your Health with Katie Wells

    Episode #216: The 4 Most Basic (Yet Overlooked) Things You Can Do to Improve Your Health with Katie Wells

    Have you spent years trying to better your health with fad diets or expensive supplements? If you’re struggling with unexplained symptoms or cannot find an answer to ongoing health problems, I know it can be disheartening and overwhelming. 
     
    In this episode of Biohacking Superhuman Performance with guest Katie Wells, we discuss the four pillars of health and the importance of taking a step back, basically stripping all the “health routines” down to the basics. Katie shows that this route can be refreshing and often a way to overcome all the overwhelming data that is thrown into the health and wellness space. Focusing on the four pillars of health can alleviate stress and give a clear picture of what is causing the health issues in the first place. 
     
    We also dive into the data behind the blue zones and the controversy behind them. 
    Overall, this episode offers information on the importance of community and how it has an impact on longevity and health. And that getting back to the basics is an important place to start when looking for answers.  
     
    Katie Wells is a mom of six with a background in journalism. She took health into her own hands and started researching to find answers to her own health struggles. Her research turned into a blog and podcast that turned into an amazing community. The Wellness Mama encourages a natural, simple route to finding health and longevity for each individual. 
     
    Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible:
     
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    Find more from Katie Wells: 
    Website: https://wellnessmama.com/ 
    Podcast: The Wellness Mama
    Blog: https://wellnessmama.com/blog/ 
    Instagram: @wellnessmama 
     
    Find more from Nathalie:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ
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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/
    Website: www.NatNiddam.com
    Join Nat’s Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community
     
    Work with Nat: Book Your 20 Minute Optimization Consult: https://calendly.com/nniddam/intro-call?month=2021-08
     
    What We Discuss: 
    (1:30) Katie Wells’ intro into the health and wellness space.
    (7:00) The Four Pillars - Light, Movement, Nutrients, and Sleep. 
    (8:50) The Light Pillar & Nature Deficiency Disorder
    (11:00) The Movement Pillar
    (12:45) The Nutrient Pillar - food & relationships
    (13:45) The Sleep Pillar 
    (16:50) Balancing wearable health trackers 
    (19:00) Mindset and stress management
    (25:40) Letting go of stress and bringing back simplicity 
    (30:50) Blue Zones
    (38:40) Doing less for the nervous system
    (43:14) Be present in the moment to lower stress
    (45:15) Find more from Katie Wells
     
    Key Takeaways:
     
    Finding your own path into health and wellness is essential. Experts are great and may be able to guide you, but in the end, your own journey is the only thing that will show you where you need to be. Your body is designed to heal itself - It will tell you loudly what is wrong! Listen to yourself in addition to all the experts you may be chasing after. 
    Building a healthy foundation using the four pillars will get you set up to find the answers and results you need. While everyone is different, these four pillars are common across humans, and getting them to a healthy place will increase the potential of living in a healthier state. The four pillars are light, movement, nutrients (community), and sleep. While these four pillars are common, they can still be individual to the person, of how much of each is needed for longevity and health. 

    • 55 min
    Episode #215: The Saturated Fat You Need For Longevity with Stephanie Van-Watson

    Episode #215: The Saturated Fat You Need For Longevity with Stephanie Van-Watson

    I’m sure you’ve heard how bad fat is for your health. For years, fat has gotten a bad rap. People often say, “fat makes you fat” but new research is showing quite the opposite. 
     
    In this episode of Biohacking Superhuman Performance with guest Stephanie Venn-Watson, we discuss the saturated fat C15: and its essential role in the body. This fascinating fat that is found in dairy, strengthens our cell membranes which is crucial for longevity. Our cells prove that “you are what you eat” and too often, we don’t eat enough fat to support these cells! 
     
    We also dive into supplementing C15:0 so that you’re not getting a large amount of unhealthy saturated fats - just the good stuff! Overall, this episode shows that we don’t need to fear fat anymore. We need it for healthy aging and fighting chronic diseases. 
     
    Stephanie Venn-Watson is a serial entrepreneur who has successfully launched Epitracker, and Seraphina Therapeutics, two clinical research programs within the Department of Defense and the non-profit sector and founded public health education programs in the community and at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. She has over 60 peer-reviewed scientific publications and book chapters and is the lead inventor on over 40 issued and pending patents. For her entrepreneurial work in the health industry, Stephanie was awarded the Department of Human and Human Services Secretary’s Award for Innovations in Disease Prevention and Health Promotion.
     
    Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible:
     
    Berkeley Life: Consumers may register and place an order using my code NIDDBL for 10% off at berkeleylife.com
     
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    Find more from Stephanie Venn-Watson: 
    Website:https://fatty15.com/
    Info on C15:0 : https://www.discoverc15.com/ 
    Instagram: @fatty15
    Use Code: NAT or go to fatty15.com/NAT for a discount! 
     
    Find more from Nathalie:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ
    Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/
    Website: NatNiddam.com
    Join Nat’s Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community
    Work with Nat: Book Your 20 Minute Optimization Consult: https://calendly.com/nniddam/intro-call?month=2021-08
     
    What We Discuss: 
    (1:14) Stephanie, Dolphins & Fat
    (6:20) Metabolomix & discovering a saturated fat
    (10:50) What does C15:0 do? 
    (14:45) The role of fat for human health
    (16:00) Even vs Odd chain saturated fat 
    (25:00) Anemia and dolphin studies
    (32:00) Cutting out dairy 
    (33:30) C15:0 and the hallmarks of aging
    (45:00) Foundational supplements
    (46:00) Where to get C15:0
    (48:30) Dosing C15:0 
    (54:00) Where to learn more about Fatty15



    Key Takeaways:
     
    C15:0 a beneficial fatty acid has been shown in studies to be not just beneficial but essential in a predictor of health. The last fatty acid to be discovered was omega 3s over 90 years ago. C15:0 - a saturated fat - strengthens our cell membranes. Our cells are surrounded by two layers of fat and can change based on what we eat.  There are two kinds of saturated fats - even chain and odd chain.

    Even chain saturated fats are present in really high levels in processed foods. They’re pro-inflammatory and high levels are associated with diseases.

    Odd chain saturated fats have the opposite effect. They’re anti-inflammatory and can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease. They have no hinges - no double bonds. C15:0 acts like a brick in our cells- it helps the cells fight off aging and chronic diseases.  We get C15:0, the healthy saturated fat, from whole dairy fat. It’s hard to get it from any other source. The health of dairy fat is controversial though because for every 1% of healthy odd chain saturated fats in

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